Sanamatru - Kashipur, Rayagada
Sanamatru is a village situated in the Kashipur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kashipur and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Godiballi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sanamatru village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sanamatru is 425910. The village covers a total geographical area of 72 hectares and falls under the 765015 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Sanamatru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rayagada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sanamatru
According to the 2011 Census, Sanamatru village had a total population of 169 people, including 80 males and 89 females, living in 37 households. The sex ratio was 1,113 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 24.22%, with male literacy at 44.83% and female literacy at 7.14%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 14, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 155.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 169 | 80 | 89 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 22 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 9 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 155 | 71 | 84 |
| Literate Population | 31 | 26 | 5 |
| Illiterate Population | 138 | 54 | 84 |
Nearby Villages of Sanamatru
Sanamatru is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Sanamatru
Public transport in the Sanamatru is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Sanamatru is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Sanamatru is about 36 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sanamatru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sanamatru village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sanamatru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sanamatru village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sanamatru
Where is Sanamatru located?
Sanamatru village is located in Kashipur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sanamatru?
The Gram Panchayat of Sanamatru is Godiballi.
What is the pincode of Sanamatru?
The pincode of Sanamatru is 765015.
What is the population of Sanamatru?
Sanamatru had a total population of 169, including 80 males and 89 females.
How many households are there in Sanamatru?
Sanamatru had 37 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sanamatru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sanamatru was 24.22%. Male literacy was 44.83% and female literacy was 7.14%.